- #1 The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings Enhanced Edition
97% matchVery Positive90% of 90,582 reviews2012
Dev: CD PROJEKT RED
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 25.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A time of untold chaos has come. Mighty forces clash behind the scenes in a struggle for power and influence. The Northern Kingdoms mobilize for war. But armies on the march are not enough to stop a bloody conspiracy...
Why similar: RPG 20%, Open World 12.7%, Nudity 9.6%, Story Rich 9.1%, Fantasy 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: Geralt's previous adventure offers the same politically charged dark-fantasy setting, difficult moral choices, monster hunting, and consequential branching storylines.
- #2 Cyberpunk 2077
96% matchVery Positive87% of 982,534 reviews2020
Dev: CD PROJEKT RED
Windows · Mac
Median: 63.1 hrsMean: 117.8 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Cyberpunk 2077 is an open-world, action-adventure RPG set in the dark future of Night City — a dangerous megalopolis obsessed with power, glamor, and ceaseless body modification.
Why similar: Open World 34.8%, Nudity 16.5%, RPG 12.3%, Story Rich 11.5%, Great Soundtrack 9%
Why You'll Like It: CD PROJEKT RED brings Witcher-like quest depth, cinematic storytelling, memorable companions, and meaningful decisions to a dense futuristic open world.
- #3 The Witcher: Enhanced Edition Director's Cut
96% matchVery Positive89% of 87,718 reviews2008
Dev: CD PROJEKT RED
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 25.8 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Become The Witcher, Geralt of Rivia, a legendary monster slayer caught in a web of intrigue woven by forces vying for control of the world. Make difficult decisions and live with the consequences in a game that will immerse you in an extraordinary tale like no other.
Why similar: RPG 18.7%, Open World 11.2%, Story Rich 9.7%, Nudity 8.4%, Fantasy 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: This is the first Geralt story, with the series' signature Slavic folklore, investigative monster contracts, alchemy, and morally gray decisions despite its older design.
- #4 Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
94% matchVery Positive94% of 196,734 reviews2025
Dev: Warhorse StudiosPub: Deep Silver
Windows
Median: 55.4 hrsMean: 76.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%
A thrilling story-driven action RPG, with a rich open world, set in 15th century Medieval Europe. Experience the ultimate medieval adventure - through the eyes of young Henry - as you embark on a journey of epic proportions.
Why similar: Open World 35.7%, RPG 16.8%, Medieval 15.6%, Story Rich 12.3%, Choices Matter 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: Its grounded medieval open world, reactive quests, immersive role-playing systems, and emphasis on living with the consequences of your actions make it an excellent Witcher alternative.
- #5 Kingdom Come: Deliverance
95% matchVery Positive84% of 186,182 reviews2018
Dev: Warhorse Studios
Windows
Median: 13.8 hrsMean: 48.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Story-driven open-world RPG that immerses you in an epic adventure in the Holy Roman Empire. Avenge your parents' death as you battle invading forces, go on game-changing quests, and make influential choices. Explore castles, forests, villages and other realistic settings in medieval Bohemia!
Why similar: Open World 32.8%, Medieval 15.8%, RPG 14.7%, Story Rich 8.6%, Nudity 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: A gritty, detail-rich medieval RPG with a strong sense of place, quest choices, and a similarly unglamorous world shaped by war and politics.
- #6 The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition
94% matchVery Positive92% of 378,387 reviews2016
Dev: Bethesda Game StudiosPub: Bethesda Softworks
Windows
Median: 21.6 hrsMean: 107.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Winner of more than 200 Game of the Year Awards, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition brings the epic fantasy to life in stunning detail. The Special Edition includes the critically acclaimed game and add-ons with all-new features.
Why similar: Open World 42.3%, RPG 15.9%, Fantasy 8.2%, Great Soundtrack 8%, Story Rich 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: Skyrim delivers expansive freeform exploration, ancient ruins, monsters, guild questlines, and a huge fantasy world to get lost in.
- #7 Dragon Age™ Inquisition
93% matchMostly Positive76% of 21,495 reviews2020
Dev: BioWarePub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 30.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Winner of over 130 Game of the Year awards, discover the definitive Dragon Age: Inquisition experience. The Game of the Year Edition includes the critically acclaimed game, all three official add-ons - Jaws of Hakkon, The Descent, and Trespasser - and more.
Why similar: Open World 29.5%, RPG 15.4%, Story Rich 10.6%, Choices Matter 10%, Fantasy 8%
Why You'll Like It: This party-based fantasy epic combines companion relationships, political conflict, major player decisions, and large regions filled with quests and dragons.
- #8 Baldur's Gate 3
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 859,751 reviews2023
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 79.0 hrsMean: 134.8 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Baldur’s Gate 3 is a story-rich, party-based RPG set in the universe of Dungeons & Dragons, where your choices shape a tale of fellowship and betrayal, survival and sacrifice, and the lure of absolute power.
Why similar: RPG 25.6%, Story Rich 18%, Choices Matter 16.4%, Nudity 13.3%, Fantasy 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: Although turn-based, it excels at reactive storytelling, morally complex decisions, richly written companions, and a lavishly realized fantasy world.
- #9 The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
90% matchMostly Positive75% of 70,414 reviews2025
Dev: Bethesda Game StudiosPub: Bethesda Softworks
Windows
Median: 17.0 hrsMean: 34.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Explore Cyrodiil like never before with stunning new visuals and refined gameplay in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion™ Remastered.
Why similar: Open World 33.7%, RPG 17.9%, Fantasy 9.2%, Great Soundtrack 7.6%, Story Rich 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: It offers classic Elder Scrolls freedom with a refreshed presentation, faction questlines, dungeon crawling, and a broad high-fantasy world full of side adventures.
- #10 Assassin's Creed® Odyssey
91% matchVery Positive89% of 189,017 reviews2018
Dev: Ubisoft QuebecPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 38.4 hrsMean: 83.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
In this action-adventure game, set sail for Ancient Greece to alter its fate. Fight in visceral battles on land and sea, shape your destiny from outcast to legend, and uncover secrets of your past.
Why similar: Open World 50.1%, RPG 14.9%, Multiple Endings 7.9%, Story Rich 7.8%, Third Person 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A vast historical world, dialogue choices, mythological monsters, naval exploration, and an adventure-focused protagonist capture much of The Witcher 3's roaming appeal.
- #11 GreedFall
89% matchMostly Positive76% of 22,065 reviews2019
Dev: SpidersPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Engage in a core roleplaying experience, and forge the destiny of a new world seeping with magic, and filled with riches, lost secrets, and fantastic creatures. With diplomacy, deception and force, become part of a living, evolving world - influence its course and shape your story.
Why similar: Open World 30.5%, RPG 19%, Story Rich 9.6%, Choices Matter 9.5%, Nudity 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: Its colonial-era fantasy setting, companion relationships, faction reputation, diplomacy, and choice-heavy quests evoke the political side of The Witcher 3.
- #12 Horizon Zero Dawn™ Complete Edition
89% matchVery Positive88% of 128,328 reviews2020
Dev: GuerrillaPub: PlayStation Publishing LLC
Windows
Median: 17.2 hrsMean: 42.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Experience Aloy’s legendary quest to unravel the mysteries of a future Earth ruled by Machines. Use devastating tactical attacks against your prey and explore a majestic open world in this award-winning action RPG!
Why similar: Open World 43.7%, Story Rich 12.2%, RPG 12%, Great Soundtrack 7.8%, Third Person 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: Its compelling hunt-focused combat, mystery-driven story, expansive wilderness, and richly realized world make it a strong action-adventure counterpart.
- #13 Dragon's Dogma 2
88% matchMixed62% of 117,711 reviews2024
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 30.5 hrsMean: 49.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Dragon’s Dogma 2 is a single player, narrative driven action-RPG that challenges the players to choose their own experience – from the appearance of their Arisen, their vocation, their party, how to approach different situations and more - in a truly immersive fantasy world.
Why similar: Open World 37.5%, RPG 14.9%, Action RPG 10.5%, Medieval 8.9%, Fantasy 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: Its dangerous open-world fantasy wilderness, giant monster encounters, travel-focused exploration, and emergent combat strongly suit players who enjoy Witcher contracts and roaming.
- #14 Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon
86% matchVery Positive88% of 35,767 reviews2025
Dev: QuestlinePub: Awaken Realms
Windows
Median: 15.4 hrsMean: 27.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Step into a dark reimagination of Arthurian legends in this first person, open world RPG. Explore a world stuck in everlasting autumn, witness falling legends and make meaningful choices woven into a complex, branching storyline.
Why similar: Open World 31.5%, RPG 14%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Story Rich 8.5%, Choices Matter 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: This first-person open-world RPG leans into bleak Arthurian fantasy, player choice, exploration, and a cursed world with a similarly dark atmosphere.
- #15 Middle-earth™: Shadow of War™
87% matchVery Positive89% of 117,249 reviews2017
Dev: Monolith ProductionsPub: WB Games
Windows
Median: 14.3 hrsMean: 37.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Experience an epic open-world brought to life by the award-winning Nemesis System. Forge a new Ring of Power, conquer Fortresses in massive battles and dominate Mordor with your personal orc army in Middle-earth™: Shadow of War™.
Why similar: Open World 40.3%, RPG 11.6%, Fantasy 7.5%, Story Rich 6.5%, Medieval 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: It pairs open-world dark fantasy, brutal monster-slaying combat, sieges, and the distinctive emergent Nemesis system in Tolkien's war-torn world.
- #16 Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR'S CUT
85% matchVery Positive94% of 97,032 reviews2024
Dev: Sucker Punch ProductionsPub: PlayStation Publishing LLC
Windows
Median: 31.7 hrsMean: 49.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
A storm is coming. Venture into the complete Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT on PC; forge your own path through this open-world action adventure and uncover its hidden wonders. Brought to you by Sucker Punch Productions, Nixxes Software and PlayStation Studios.
Why similar: Open World 50.5%, Story Rich 17.1%, Third Person 8%, Action RPG 7.3%, Atmospheric 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: While less of an RPG, it offers a gorgeous open world, emotional revenge story, atmospheric exploration, and polished third-person sword combat.
- #17 Red Dead Redemption 2
86% matchVery Positive93% of 922,589 reviews2019
Dev: Rockstar Games
Windows
Median: 38.0 hrsMean: 107.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Arthur Morgan and the Van der Linde Gang are outlaws on the run. With federal agents and bounty hunters massing on their heels, the gang must rob, steal, and fight their way across the rugged heartland in order to survive.
Why similar: Open World 49.4%, Story Rich 17.1%, Great Soundtrack 11.5%, Atmospheric 5.5%, Third Person 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: Its setting differs completely, but its extraordinary worldbuilding, character writing, atmospheric travel, and carefully crafted side stories rival The Witcher 3's immersion.
- #18 Horizon Forbidden West™ Complete Edition
84% matchVery Positive88% of 30,590 reviews2024
Dev: GuerrillaPub: PlayStation Publishing LLC
Windows
Median: 29.7 hrsMean: 61.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Experience the epic Horizon Forbidden West™ in its entirety with bonus content and the Burning Shores expansion included. The Burning Shores add-on contains additional content for Aloy’s adventure, including new storylines, characters, and experiences in a stunning yet hazardous new area.
Why similar: Open World 44.4%, Story Rich 12.6%, RPG 11.7%, Third Person 6.7%, Great Soundtrack 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: This sequel expands the open-world exploration, cinematic storytelling, monster-like machine hunts, and side-content density that Witcher fans may appreciate.
- #19 Assassin's Creed® Origins
84% matchVery Positive86% of 129,258 reviews2017
Dev: Ubisoft MontrealPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 22.3 hrsMean: 57.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Explore Ancient Egypt in this action-adventure game. Battle powerful enemies, unveil conspiracies, and discover the origin story of the Assassin’s Brotherhood.
Why similar: Open World 50.2%, RPG 14.4%, Story Rich 9.4%, Third Person 7.2%, Action RPG 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: A beautiful ancient open world, grounded protagonist story, tomb exploration, and RPG progression provide an accessible historical alternative to Geralt's journey.
- #20 ELDEN RING
82% matchVery Positive93% of 1,156,862 reviews2022
Dev: FromSoftware, Inc.
Windows
Median: 100.6 hrsMean: 155.4 hrs≥1hr: 98%
THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED FANTASY ACTION RPG. Rise, Tarnished, and be guided by grace to brandish the power of the Elden Ring and become an Elden Lord in the Lands Between.
Why similar: Open World 34.8%, RPG 13.8%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Great Soundtrack 10.1%, Action RPG 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Its bleak open-world fantasy, formidable creatures, cryptic lore, and unmatched sense of dangerous discovery fit players seeking a harsher exploration-first experience.
- #21 Kingdoms of Amalur: Re-Reckoning
83% matchMostly Positive77% of 8,202 reviews2020
Dev: KAIKOPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 33.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The hit RPG returns! Remastered with stunning visuals and refined gameplay Re-Reckoning delivers intense, customizable RPG combat inside a sprawling game world.
Why similar: Open World 31.8%, RPG 21.6%, Action RPG 11.6%, Fantasy 9.9%, Story Rich 5%
Why You'll Like It: This colorful action RPG features fast combat, expansive zones, faction storylines, build variety, and an abundance of traditional fantasy quests.
- #22 Avowed
81% matchMostly Positive77% of 13,289 reviews2025
Dev: Obsidian EntertainmentPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 18.4 hrsMean: 28.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Avowed is a first-person fantasy RPG set in the world of Eora, where your choices carve a path through war, intrigue, and ancient mysteries. Navigate a land in turmoil, forge powerful alliances or deadly rivalries, and wield magic and steel to shape the fate of the Living Lands—and your own destiny.
Why similar: Open World 21.9%, RPG 13.9%, Story Rich 12.8%, Choices Matter 11%, Fantasy 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A first-person fantasy RPG with companion-driven quests, faction choices, magical combat, and a reactive world from a studio known for narrative role-playing.
- #23 Risen
82% matchVery Positive89% of 10,860 reviews2009
Dev: Piranha BytesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Delve into a gritty, raw and atmospheric fantasy world in which every action has a consequence. In the epic world of Risen, filled with mysterious earthquakes, fearsome monsters and unimaginable treasures, forge your path with the sword, learn the art of staff fighting or become a powerful mage.
Why similar: Open World 36.3%, RPG 21.2%, Fantasy 6.8%, Third Person 4.9%, Atmospheric 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: From the makers of Gothic, it offers a rough-edged but atmospheric island fantasy world where factions, exploration, and character growth shape your path.
- #24 Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden
80% matchVery Positive84% of 9,319 reviews2024
Dev: DON'T NODPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Hunt ghosts as two memorable characters in a story-driven Action-RPG where your decisions carry dramatic consequences. Torn between honoring your oath to the living and saving your departed partner, how far will you go for love?
Why similar: RPG 14%, Story Rich 13.3%, Choices Matter 12%, Third Person 12%, Action RPG 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: Its supernatural monster-hunting premise, somber tone, intimate character story, and morally painful decisions make it especially appealing to Witcher fans.
- #25 Assassin's Creed Valhalla
81% matchMixed69% of 45,343 reviews2022
Dev: Ubisoft MontrealPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 14.3 hrsMean: 52.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla is an action-adventure game in which you are a Viking warrior raised on tales of battle and glory. Explore a dynamic open world set in England’s Dark Ages. Raid your enemies and grow your settlement to earn your place among the gods in Valhalla.
Why similar: Open World 36.9%, RPG 14.5%, Medieval 11.6%, Story Rich 10%, Third Person 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: A massive medieval open world, political alliances, mythic elements, settlement progression, and lengthy quest arcs make it a natural thematic fit.
- #26 Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 206,376 reviews2017
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 31.2 hrsMean: 75.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The critically acclaimed RPG that raised the bar, from the creators of Baldur's Gate 3. Gather your party. Master deep, tactical combat. Venture as a party of up to four - but know that only one of you will have the chance to become a God.
Why similar: RPG 33%, Story Rich 31.1%, Fantasy 22.1%, Choices Matter 13.8%
Why You'll Like It: It trades real-time action for tactical combat but provides exceptional quest freedom, systemic exploration, cooperative possibilities, and far-reaching choices.
- #27 Hogwarts Legacy
78% matchVery Positive90% of 374,289 reviews2023
Dev: Avalanche SoftwarePub: Warner Bros. Games
Windows
Median: 26.5 hrsMean: 44.7 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Hogwarts Legacy is an immersive, open-world action RPG. Now you can take control of the action and be at the center of your own adventure in the wizarding world.
Why similar: Open World 31.2%, Magic 11.5%, RPG 11%, Fantasy 9.5%, Story Rich 7.3%
- #28 Outward Definitive Edition
78% matchMostly Positive73% of 31,430 reviews2022
Dev: Nine Dots StudioPub: Prime Matter
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
No remarkable journey is achieved without great effort. In Outward, the cold of the night or an infected wound can be as dangerous as a predator lurking in the dark. Explore the vast world of Aurai solo or in Co-op. The Definitive Edition features both DLCs and quality of life improvements.
Why similar: Open World 53.5%, RPG 26.5%, Fantasy 7.5%, Third Person 4.7%, Adventure 3.3%
Why You'll Like It: Its unforgiving travel, survival systems, grounded fantasy setting, and cooperative open-world adventuring emphasize the peril and preparation behind a monster hunter's life.
- #29 Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines
79% matchVery Positive94% of 15,398 reviews2007
Dev: Troika GamesPub: Activision
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Vampire®: The Masquerade-Bloodlines™ delivers a new type of RPG experience-one that blends all the core elements of a traditional RPG with the graphical richness, immediacy and brutal combat of a first-person action game. The game plunges players into the dark and gritty vampire underworld of modern-day L.A. as a creature of the night.
Why similar: RPG 37.7%, Great Soundtrack 13.9%, Story Rich 13.5%, Action RPG 9.4%, Atmospheric 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: This older cult RPG is more compact and urban, but its outstanding dialogue, factional choices, mature tone, and reactive quests remain deeply Witcher-like.
- #30 Crimson Desert Enhanced
73% matchVery Positive84% of 175,674 reviews2026
Dev: Pearl Abyss
Windows · Mac
Median: 31.6 hrsMean: 66.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Crimson Desert is an open-world action-adventure set on the continent of Pywel. Join Kliff on his journey to rebuild the Greymane faction and to save the land from a looming threat. From vast wilderness and cities to ruins and the mysterious Abyss, forge your path through battles and discovery.
Why similar: Open World 47.5%, RPG 10.4%, Medieval 10.4%, Fantasy 7.8%, Story Rich 6.9%
- #31 FINAL FANTASY XV WINDOWS EDITION
76% matchVery Positive83% of 58,296 reviews2018
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 13.4 hrsMean: 49.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Take the journey, now in ultimate quality. Boasting a wealth of bonus content and supporting ultra high-resolution graphical options and HDR 10, you can now enjoy the beautiful and carefully-crafted experience of FINAL FANTASY XV like never before.
Why similar: Open World 34.2%, RPG 16.1%, Great Soundtrack 13.5%, Story Rich 9.2%, Fantasy 7.4%
- #32 Middle-earth™: Shadow of Mordor™
76% matchVery Positive93% of 97,410 reviews2014
Dev: Monolith ProductionsPub: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
Windows
Median: 12.3 hrsMean: 22.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Fight through Mordor and uncover the truth of the spirit that compels you, discover the origins of the Rings of Power, build your legend and ultimately confront the evil of Sauron in this new chronicle of Middle-earth.
Why similar: Open World 40.9%, RPG 9.9%, Fantasy 9.4%, Third Person 8%, Action RPG 5.8%
- #33 Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales
75% matchVery Positive90% of 17,386 reviews2018
Dev: CD PROJEKT RED
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 16.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Discover a brand new RPG from the creators of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Facing an imminent invasion, Meve — war-veteran and Queen of Lyria and Rivia — is forced to once again enter the warpath and set out on a dark journey of destruction and revenge.
Why similar: RPG 23.6%, Story Rich 17.6%, Great Soundtrack 11.3%, Open World 9.3%, Choices Matter 9.1%
- #34 Gothic® 3
77% matchVery Positive82% of 12,427 reviews2009
Dev: Piranha BytesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 32.7 hrs≥1hr: 54%
A nameless hero becomes a legend! Myrtana, a world in upheaval: overrun by orcs from the dark lands in the north, King Rhobar is defending Vengard, the former stronghold of the humans, with his last troop of followers.
Why similar: Open World 34.9%, RPG 19.2%, Great Soundtrack 7%, Fantasy 6.5%, Medieval 6.1%
- #35 Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen
74% matchVery Positive88% of 49,171 reviews2016
Dev: Capcom
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 31.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Set in a huge open world, Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen presents a rewarding action combat experience.
Why similar: Open World 34.3%, RPG 17.5%, Fantasy 7.6%, Action RPG 6.8%, Great Soundtrack 6%
- #36 Gothic 1
75% matchVery Positive93% of 18,358 reviews2001
Dev: Piranha BytesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 55%
War has been waged across the kingdom of Myrtana. Orcish hordes invaded human territory and the king of the land needed a lot of ore to forge enough weapons, should his army stand against this threat. Whoever breaks the law in these darkest of times is sentenced to serve in the giant penal colony of Khorinis, mining the so much needed...
Why similar: Open World 30%, RPG 19%, Atmospheric 6.5%, Fantasy 6.2%, Medieval 5.8%
- #37 Fable - The Lost Chapters
73% matchVery Positive92% of 8,288 reviews2011
Dev: Lionhead StudiosPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Each person you aid, each flower you crush, and each creature you slay will change this world forever. Fable: Who will you be?
Why similar: RPG 22.1%, Open World 15.6%, Fantasy 8.4%, Choices Matter 7.8%, Great Soundtrack 7.5%
- #38 Game of Thrones
74% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,374 reviews2012
Dev: Cyanide Studios
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Experience an amazing adventure in one of the most fascinating universes! Amidst conspiracy and betrayal, try to survive the orchestrated machinations around the Iron Throne.
Why similar: RPG 27.3%, Fantasy 11.7%, Story Rich 11.2%, Medieval 10%, Choices Matter 8.9%
- #39 GWENT: The Witcher Card Game
71% matchVery Positive86% of 27,793 reviews2020
Dev: CD PROJEKT RED
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 58.9 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Command mighty Witcher-world heroes in epic online PvP card battles!
Why similar: RPG 54.2%, Nudity 14.5%, Fantasy 12.3%, Great Soundtrack 11.6%, Atmospheric 3.1%
- #40 The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009)
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 53,090 reviews2009
Dev: Bethesda Game StudiosPub: Bethesda Softworks
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 37.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
PUBLISHER UPDATE - This is the product page for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Game of the Year Edition, released in 2009. ---The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition presents one of the best RPGs of all time like never before. Step inside the most richly detailed and vibrant game-world ever created.
Why similar: Open World 36.5%, RPG 16.8%, Great Soundtrack 9.2%, Fantasy 8%, Story Rich 4.8%
- #41 Risen 3 - Titan Lords
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 6,486 reviews2014
Dev: Piranha BytesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
The world has been abandoned by its gods and is scarred from the rampage of the Titans. Humanity is struggling to regain strength. You, however, have more pressing concerns: your own life has been shattered and you must set off to reclaim what is lost amidst the darkness spreading throughout the world.
Why similar: Open World 36.4%, RPG 22.5%, Fantasy 5.5%, Atmospheric 5.4%, Third Person 5%
- #42 The Blood of Dawnwalker
66% matchVery Positive87% of 27,631 reviews2026
Dev: Rebel WolvesPub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 24.1 hrsMean: 27.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%
The Blood of Dawnwalker is an open-world dark fantasy action RPG set in 14th-century Europe. You play as Coen, human by day and vampire by night, fighting to save your family in a story shaped by your actions and the secrets you uncover.
Why similar: Open World 29.2%, RPG 12.7%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Action RPG 8.7%, Story Rich 8.4%
- #43 Gothic 1 Remake
66% matchVery Positive89% of 41,445 reviews2026
Dev: Alkimia Interactive
Windows
Median: 33.8 hrsMean: 40.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
The Legend is Back - Return to the Valley of the Mines in this faithful remake of the genre-defining classic RPG. Explore a hand-crafted, organic open world that reacts dynamically to your actions in a gritty, unrestricted experience like no other.
Why similar: RPG 15%, Medieval 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Action RPG 10.2%, Story Rich 9.9%
- #44 Divinity II: Developer's Cut
71% matchVery Positive85% of 5,342 reviews2012
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Dragons: they have been hunted, they have been slain, but now the hour to strike back has come.
Why similar: Open World 29.2%, RPG 20.8%, Fantasy 9.9%, Third Person 7.8%, Action RPG 7%
- #45 God of War
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 185,151 reviews2022
Dev: Santa Monica StudioPub: PlayStation Publishing LLC
Windows
Median: 24.0 hrsMean: 37.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%
His vengeance against the Gods of Olympus years behind him, Kratos now lives as a man in the realm of Norse Gods and monsters. It is in this harsh, unforgiving world that he must fight to survive… and teach his son to do the same.
Why similar: Open World 27.1%, Story Rich 19.2%, RPG 12%, Third Person 8.8%, Fantasy 7.2%
- #46 Fable Anniversary
71% matchVery Positive86% of 16,643 reviews2014
Dev: Lionhead StudiosPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
FOR EVERY CHOICE, A CONSEQUENCE.Fully re-mastered with HD visuals and audio, Fable Anniversary is a stunning rendition of the original game that will delight faithful fans and new players alike! The all new Heroic difficulty setting will test the mettle of even the most hardcore Fable fan.
Why similar: Open World 27.5%, RPG 18.8%, Fantasy 8.3%, Choices Matter 6.7%, Great Soundtrack 6.4%
- #47 Monster Hunter: World
69% matchVery Positive89% of 518,074 reviews2018
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 35.5 hrsMean: 163.5 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Welcome to a new world! In Monster Hunter: World, the latest installment in the series, you can enjoy the ultimate hunting experience, using everything at your disposal to hunt monsters in a new world teeming with surprises and excitement.
Why similar: Open World 37.4%, RPG 15.5%, Great Soundtrack 10.4%, Third Person 8.6%, Action RPG 7.6%
- #48 Fallout 4
70% matchVery Positive81% of 429,478 reviews2015
Dev: Bethesda Game StudiosPub: Bethesda Softworks
Windows
Median: 37.3 hrsMean: 119.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%
From Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of Starfield and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, comes Fallout 4. A landmark in open-world RPG design and winner of over 200 ‘Best Of’ honors, including the DICE and BAFTA Game of the Year.
Why similar: Open World 45.5%, RPG 12.6%, Great Soundtrack 8.9%, Story Rich 8.5%, Atmospheric 6%
- #49 The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind® Game of the Year Edition
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 28,684 reviews2009
Dev: Bethesda Game StudiosPub: Bethesda Softworks
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 33.6 hrs≥1hr: 61%
The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind® Game of the Year Edition includes Morrowind plus all of the content from the Bloodmoon and Tribunal expansions. The original Mod Construction Set is not included in this package. An epic, open-ended single-player RPG, Morrowind allows you to create and play any kind of character imaginable.
Why similar: Open World 35%, RPG 17.4%, Great Soundtrack 13.1%, Fantasy 7.5%, Story Rich 5.5%
- #50 DARK SOULS™ III
69% matchVery Positive94% of 440,524 reviews2016
Dev: FromSoftware, Inc.
Windows
Median: 45.5 hrsMean: 109.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Dark Souls continues to push the boundaries with the latest, ambitious chapter in the critically-acclaimed and genre-defining series. Prepare yourself and Embrace The Darkness!
Why similar: Open World 17.9%, Dark Fantasy 16.3%, RPG 15.1%, Great Soundtrack 13%, Story Rich 9.4%
- #51 ArcaniA
72% matchMixed55% of 3,277 reviews2010
Dev: SpellboundPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 55%
War covers the southern islands until it finally reaches the idyllic isle of Feshyr. You take on the role as the new nameless hero after your village has been pillaged and destroyed by paladins of the king. Seeking revenge, you soon realize that this cowardly attack did not just happen on a reckless mercenary`s whim.
Why similar: Open World 33.7%, RPG 27.9%, Fantasy 8.2%, Third Person 6.4%, Action RPG 5.7%
- #52 Gothic II: Gold Edition
70% matchVery Positive94% of 17,961 reviews2005
Dev: Piranha BytesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 45.6 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Gothic II: Gold Edition brings together the excitement of Gothic II and the add-on Night of the Raven to your fingertips!
Why similar: Open World 27.8%, RPG 19.3%, Story Rich 7%, Great Soundtrack 6.8%, Medieval 6.4%
- #53 Dragon Age II: Ultimate Edition
67% matchVery Positive81% of 7,721 reviews2020
Dev: BioWarePub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
You are Hawke, a refugee seeking to escape the darkspawn-plagued land of Ferelden and become Champion of Kirkwall. Rise to power and fight epic battles while making decisions that determine the course of civilization.
Why similar: RPG 25.5%, Fantasy 12.4%, Open World 11.2%, Story Rich 9.1%, Choices Matter 8.7%
- #54 The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 12,359 reviews2018
Dev: Bethesda Game StudiosPub: Bethesda Softworks
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 14.0 hrs≥1hr: 68%
A true, full-length open-world game for VR has arrived from Bethesda Game Studios. Skyrim VR reimagines the complete epic fantasy masterpiece with an unparalleled sense of scale, depth, and immersion. Skyrim VR also includes all official add-ons.
Why similar: Open World 43.8%, RPG 17.5%, Fantasy 8.3%, Great Soundtrack 7.2%, Magic 7.2%
- #55 Lust & Legends
67% matchMixed69% of 156 reviews2024
Dev: Entropy Digital Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Embark on a journey of intrigue, romance, and adventure in Lust & Legends, a mature open-world RPG that plunges players into the immersive realm of Astoria. As a squire named Tristan, you must navigate the complexities of a medieval world filled with secrets, mysteries, and desires.
Why similar: Open World 28.4%, Nudity 16.4%, RPG 12.1%, Story Rich 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%
- #56 Bound By Flame
69% matchMixed68% of 4,051 reviews2014
Dev: SpidersPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
You are a mercenary possessed by a flame demon in a desperate world ravaged by seven Ice Lords. In this RPG where every choice counts, you will have to choose between unleashing the powers of the beast within and rejecting its demonic influence.
Why similar: RPG 32.3%, Fantasy 10.3%, Open World 8.6%, Great Soundtrack 7.7%, Third Person 6.8%
- #57 Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning™
68% matchVery Positive88% of 13,016 reviews
Dev: Big Huge GamesPub: 38 Studios
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 25.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The minds of New York Times bestselling author R.A. Salvatore, Spawn creator Todd McFarlane, and Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion lead designer Ken Rolston have combined to create Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning, a new role-playing game set in a world worth saving.
Why similar: Open World 33%, RPG 21.8%, Fantasy 10.8%, Action RPG 8.7%, Third Person 5.8%
- #58 Disco Elysium - The Final Cut
65% matchVery Positive93% of 131,540 reviews2019
Dev: ZA/UM
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 23.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Disco Elysium - The Final Cut is a groundbreaking role playing game. You’re a detective with a unique skill system at your disposal and a whole city to carve your path across. Interrogate unforgettable characters, crack murders or take bribes. Become a hero or an absolute disaster of a human being.
Why similar: RPG 22.9%, Story Rich 22.1%, Choices Matter 17.5%, Open World 16.6%, Atmospheric 7.4%